White Soft Paraffin
Silvari Group supplies premium-quality white soft paraffin to meet the standards of pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications. This purified semi-solid hydrocarbon is valued for its excellent emollient, moisturizing, and protective properties, making it a key ingredient in skincare formulations, medical ointments, and personal care products.
Pharmaceutical & Medical Uses: Applied as a base for topical medicaments, antiseptics, and dermatological preparations; also used in medical dressings and wound care to form a protective, healing layer.
Moisturizing & Skincare Formulations: Provides long-lasting hydration in lotions, balms, lip care, and barrier creams.
Baby Care & Sensitive Skin Products: Ideal for baby creams and protective ointments for delicate skin.
Cosmetic & Hair Care Applications: Enhances texture and stability in creams and lotions and serves as a conditioning base in pomades and scalp-care products.
Features
- Odorless and tasteless
- Moisturizing and skin-protective qualities
- Chemically stable and inert
- Free from harmful contaminants, colorants, and aromatic hydrocarbons
Technical Specifications
- CAS Number: 8009-03-8
- EC Number: 295-459-9
Regulatory Status
- White Soft Paraffin is manufactured and handled in alignment with international pharmacopeial standards (BP/EP/USP).
Silvari Group supplies premium-quality white soft paraffin to meet the standards of pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications. This purified semi-solid hydrocarbon is valued for its excellent emollient, moisturizing, and protective properties, making it a key ingredient in skincare formulations, medical ointments, and personal care products.
White Soft Paraffin Supplier | Cosmetic & Pharmaceutical Grade Bulk Supply
White Soft Paraffin, also known as White Petroleum Jelly, is a highly refined semi-solid mixture of saturated hydrocarbons widely used in pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and personal care applications.
For bulk procurement, select white soft paraffin according to the intended application, destination market, pharmacopeial standard, batch documentation, and consistency profile—not price or color alone. Cosmetic manufacturers should source fully refined material with documented refining history, stable texture, low odor, and suitable regulatory support. Pharmaceutical manufacturers should specify the required USP, BP, or European Pharmacopoeia grade before requesting a quotation.
White soft paraffin, also called white petrolatum or white petroleum jelly, is widely used as an emollient, protective base, viscosity modifier, and carrier in topical products. A dependable supply agreement should define grade, specification, packaging, minimum order quantity, lead time, testing requirements, change-control obligations, and documents such as the Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet.
White Soft Paraffin Supplier in Europe for Cosmetic and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Silvari Group supplies bulk white soft paraffin for pharmaceutical, cosmetic, personal care and specialized manufacturing applications across Europe. Also known as white petrolatum or white petroleum jelly, this highly refined semi-solid hydrocarbon is valued as an emollient, protective barrier, ointment base, carrier and viscosity-modifying ingredient.
Buyers selecting a white soft paraffin supplier should evaluate more than price and appearance. Grade, refining history, pharmacopeial requirements, batch consistency, technical documentation, traceability, packaging and regulatory suitability all influence supplier qualification.
Cosmetic and pharmaceutical grades may look similar but should not automatically be treated as interchangeable. The required specification must match the intended application and destination market.
White Soft Paraffin, White Petrolatum and White Petroleum Jelly
The terms white soft paraffin, white petrolatum and white petroleum jelly are commonly used for closely related highly refined semi-solid petroleum hydrocarbon materials.
In commercial procurement, however, buyers should always confirm the exact grade, specification and intended use rather than relying only on the product name. Pharmaceutical, cosmetic and industrial products can differ significantly in quality requirements and supporting documentation.
For applications where pharmaceutical or cosmetic compliance is not required, Silvari Group also supplies industrial petroleum jelly for manufacturing and technical applications.
Pharmaceutical Grade White Soft Paraffin
Pharmaceutical grade white soft paraffin is commonly used as an ointment base, carrier and protective component in topical pharmaceutical preparations.
Pharmaceutical procurement requires more than a generic “pharma grade” claim. Buyers should define the required pharmacopeial specification and verify supporting analytical documentation before qualification.
USP, BP and Ph. Eur. White Soft Paraffin
Depending on the destination market and product specification, buyers may require white petrolatum or white soft paraffin aligned with USP, BP or European Pharmacopoeia (Ph. Eur.) requirements.
Multi-compendial claims should be confirmed against the current supplier specification and batch Certificate of Analysis rather than assumed from the commercial product name alone.
Cosmetic Grade White Soft Paraffin
Cosmetic grade white soft paraffin is used in creams, balms, lip-care products, protective formulations, baby-care products and other personal-care systems requiring emolliency, occlusivity and stable semi-solid texture.
Cosmetic manufacturers should evaluate color, odor, consistency, spreadability, refining history, compatibility with other formulation ingredients and applicable regulatory documentation.
White Soft Paraffin for Skincare and Personal Care
White petrolatum helps create a hydrophobic protective film that can reduce moisture loss from the skin. This makes it useful in intensive moisturizers, barrier creams, balms and protective topical formulations.
For additional background on petroleum-derived emollient materials used in topical formulations, see our guide to mineral oil in skincare and pharmaceutical formulations .
White Soft Paraffin as an Ointment Base
One of the most important pharmaceutical applications of white soft paraffin is its use as a semi-solid ointment base. Its hydrophobic character, chemical stability and smooth consistency make it suitable for formulations requiring a protective carrier for compatible active ingredients.
The final selection should consider consistency, formulation compatibility, processing temperature, storage requirements and the relevant pharmacopeial specification.
White Soft Paraffin Technical Identification
| Product | White Soft Paraffin / White Petrolatum |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 8009-03-8 |
| EC Number | 232-373-2 |
| INCI Name | Petrolatum |
| Physical Form | Semi-solid hydrocarbon mixture |
| Typical Grades | Pharmaceutical, Cosmetic and Industrial |
Petrolatum is a complex hydrocarbon mixture rather than a single chemically uniform compound. Final physical and analytical properties therefore depend on refining process, grade and specification.
White Soft Paraffin Specifications and Documentation
Supplier documentation is an important part of pharmaceutical and cosmetic raw-material qualification. Depending on grade and customer requirements, documentation may include:
- Certificate of Analysis (CoA)
- Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
- Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
- Product specification
- Country or source information where applicable
- Refining-history documentation where required
- INCI identification
- Pharmacopeial compliance documentation where applicable
- Batch traceability information
- Quality and change-control documentation
Buyers should confirm the required documents before ordering so that the selected material matches supplier-qualification and finished-product requirements.
White Soft Paraffin vs Yellow Soft Paraffin
White and yellow soft paraffin are related materials but are selected for different applications according to refining, appearance and specification.
| Factor | White Soft Paraffin | Yellow Soft Paraffin |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | White to nearly white | Yellow to pale yellow |
| Typical positioning | Cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications | Selected pharmaceutical, veterinary or technical uses |
| Key selection factor | High refining and appearance requirements | Application-specific specification |
Buyers should select the appropriate material according to the applicable specification rather than assuming that color is the only difference.
Bulk White Soft Paraffin Supply for European Buyers
Companies sourcing bulk white soft paraffin should specify the required grade, pharmacopeial or cosmetic standard, order quantity, packaging, delivery destination and documentation requirements when requesting a quotation.
For recurring manufacturing demand, procurement teams should also consider batch-to-batch consistency, supply continuity, lead times, change-control procedures and long-term availability.
Information to Include in a White Soft Paraffin RFQ
- Required pharmaceutical, cosmetic or industrial grade
- USP, BP or Ph. Eur. requirement where applicable
- Estimated order quantity
- Preferred packaging
- Delivery destination
- Intended application
- Required technical and regulatory documents
- Recurring or one-time purchasing requirement
White Soft Paraffin for Cosmetic and Pharmaceutical Procurement
A reliable bulk supplier should provide more than material availability. Pharmaceutical and cosmetic manufacturers require predictable quality, documented specifications, traceability and commercial supply that can support repeat production.
For quotation or product qualification, contact Silvari Group with the required grade, standard, quantity, packaging format, destination and intended application.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is white soft paraffin used for?
White soft paraffin (commonly known as white petrolatum) is used across multiple industries as an emollient, ointment base, and barrier agent. Its applications span pharmaceutical ointments and creams (meeting BP/USP/Ph. Eur. standards), cosmetic formulations, medical dressings, industrial lubricants, rubber processing aids, and protective coatings in metalworking.
What grades of white soft paraffin does Silvari Group supply?
Silvari Group supplies three primary grades of white soft paraffin: Pharmaceutical Grade (compliant with BP, USP, and Ph. Eur. specifications for topical applications), Cosmetic Grade (optimized for stability and emolliency in personal care products), and Technical/Industrial Grade (designed for lubrication, rubber processing, and protective coatings).
What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ)?
Every shipment includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS/SDS), EU REACH compliance documentation, Bill of Lading, ISO 9001:2015 certification, and other relevant documentation.
Do you ship white soft paraffin internationally outside Germany?
Yes. Silvari Group exports to over 50 countries worldwide via road, sea, and air freight, including customs clearance, export declarations, and destination country compliance documentation. Key markets include the EU, the Middle East, Asia-Pacific, and the Americas.
What packaging options are available for white soft paraffin?
We offer 170 kg or 180 kg steel drums (standard for manufacturing lines); 850 kg IBC Totes for high-volume handling; and full container loads (FCL) in 20-foot or 40-foot containers. Custom packaging configuration is available for contract supply clients.
Is your white soft paraffin compliant with EU cosmetic and safety regulations?
Yes. Our cosmetic-grade white soft paraffin is fully compliant with EU Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products. Pharmaceutical grade batches comply with European Pharmacopoeia (Ph. Eur.) purity standards, ensuring they are free from harmful polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs).
What is the difference between white soft paraffin and yellow soft paraffin?
White soft paraffin undergoes a more intensive bleaching and purification process to remove trace color compounds, resulting in a white, translucent appearance. It is preferred for aesthetic consistency in cosmetics and sensitive dermatological formulations. Yellow soft paraffin is less processed and is typically used in industrial applications or specific veterinary ointments where color is not critical.
How do I request a quote for white soft paraffin?
Fill in our quote request form on this page with the required grade, quantity, preferred packaging, delivery destination, and any specific documentation requirements. Our team will respond within 24 hours with a competitive price offer and full product details.
Can you provide white soft paraffin for pharmaceutical manufacturing?
Yes. Our pharmaceutical-grade white soft paraffin meets BP, USP, and European Pharmacopoeia (Ph. Eur.) specifications. It is thoroughly tested for consistency, drop point, cone penetration, acidity/alkalinity, and purity. Full GMP-supporting documentation is available.
Do you offer long-term supply contracts?
Yes. We offer 12-month and 24-month contract supply agreements, including guaranteed pricing windows, priority stock allocation, scheduled delivery programmes, and dedicated account management. Contact us to discuss a customised supply agreement.
What is REACH compliance, and why does it matter?
REACH (EC 1907/2006) governs chemical substance safety in the EU. Petrolatum (white soft paraffin) is registered under REACH (EC no. 232-373-2). As a Germany-based supplier, Silvari Group ensures full REACH compliance and provides the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) required for all shipments within the European Economic Area.
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